Mario joined Inter from Sporting Lisbon in a £40m ($55.3m) deal in 2016 after helping Portgual win the European Championships. However, the midfielder has failed to live up to his price tag as he has become a bit-part player for the Nerazzurri this season under Luciano Spalletti.

Unhappy with his role this season, having made just 15 appearances in all competitions, Mario will face the prospect of even less first team football after the club's recent signing of Rafinha.

The Porto native has also been linked with a move to Manchester United as recently as last month, with manager Jose Mourinho viewing him as a long-term replacement for current club captain Michael Carrick. Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint-Germain were also rumoured to be interested in the midfielder.

Joao Mario has had a change of heart and will reportedly sign for West Ham on loanGetty